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Duplex with Separate Apartment
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$1,400,000

1543 E 38th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Residential, Brooklyn, NY

Property Size2,166 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$646.35
Days on Market55

Property Features for 1543 E 38th Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning R3-2
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bedroom 5, Bedroom 8, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 2
Interior features Refrigerator, Stove
Basement Finished
Subdivision Marine Park
Standard status Active
Size 2,166 SF
Lot size 0.06 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 8719

Amenities

central air conditioning
front balcony
split-unit system

Building Details

Year built 1925
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Carpet, Tile
Building materials Block
Roof type Shingle
Listing Agency: Behfar Team, LLC
Listed By: Karen Behfar
Added: Aug 17 Changed: Oct 8 Last Checked: Oct 10 at 12:06AM
MLS# 503695

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This seller-occupied duplex contains 2,166 square feet across multiple levels. The primary residence includes living, dining, kitchen, den, bedroom, and bathroom areas, while the upper apartment provides its own living, dining, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom spaces. The basement adds three rooms, two bathrooms, a utility room, and lower-level access. A front balcony extends the upper apartment’s usable space.

Central air conditioning serves the main level, and the second-floor apartment has a split-unit system. Interior finishes include hardwood, carpet, and tile flooring, with refrigerator and stove appliances. The building was constructed in 1925 with block construction and a shingle roof. The property occupies 0.0574 acres and carries R3-2 zoning in Brooklyn, NY.

Key Highlights

  • 2,166‑square‑foot duplex on a 0.0574‑acre lot
  • R3‑2 zoning in Brooklyn, NY
  • Separate upper‑level apartment with front balcony

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$75,857
Cap Rate
5.42%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,517,140 $1.5M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,083,671 $1.1M
Cap Rate 9%
$842,856 $842.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,166 SF
Gross rent
$110.5K $51.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.1K −$0.97/SF
EGI
$108.4K $50.03/SF
− OpEx
−$32.5K −$15.01/SF
NOI
$75.9K $35.02/SF
Area
Brooklyn, NY
Vacancy
1.90%
Lease Rate
$51.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,517,140
Cap Rate 7%
$1,083,671
Cap Rate 9%
$842,856

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.08M
$948.2K – $1.26M (±1% cap)
NOI $75,857 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.42%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$944.7K
$826.6K – $1.10M (±1% cap)
NOI $66,126 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.72%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$1.79M
$1.57M – $2.09M (±1% cap)
NOI $125,541 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.97%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Spa & Massage Center Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,456
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 11234, NY

92,133
Population
35,167
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
39%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
7.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
12,450
Density / Sq Mi
$94,434
Median Household Income
$55,206
Median Earnings
$1,771
Median Rent
$746,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - R3-2-zoned property with separate living areas, basement rooms, and climate systems serving both primary levels.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1543 E 38th Street Brooklyn, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,166‑square‑foot duplex on a 0.0574‑acre lot; R3‑2 zoning in Brooklyn, NY; Separate upper‑level apartment with front balcony
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